WWE’s Friday Night SmackDown kicked off its new era as a three-hour show this week. The move is expected to give more airtime to up-and-coming talent, benefiting everyone involved in the process.
The main storyline centered around the power struggle for control of The Bloodline. Samoa Joe was revealed as the new Tribal Chief, but it remains unclear if this is permanent or just a temporary step towards bigger things at WrestleMania.
A standout match came from the women’s division, where Tiffany Stratton finally claimed her first championship. Her victory was earned after a thrilling match against Naomi, setting up an intriguing storyline for their future encounters.
On the tag team front, Pretty Deadly caused chaos by brawling with Legado del Fantasma during their title defense. Despite this interruption, the teams managed to settle things on Raw next week.
In other news, Michin and Chelsea Green’s ongoing feud continued with a singles match against each other. Michin emerged victorious after a narrow defeat.
The show concluded well, thanks in part to WWE’s decision not to overpack it with unnecessary matches. The pacing was tight, making for an enjoyable viewing experience overall.
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